Ruark Bluff West
Campground · Missouri · 64 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Stockton Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 64
- Bookable sites
- 55 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 75
- People per site
- 2
- Accessible sites
- 918 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Ruark Bluff West is a shady campground located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along its nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in the state.Recreation
Boating is always a popular pastime at the lake. Sail boating is especially popular and the lake hosts several races each year. The facility provides a boat ramp for easy access to the water.The waters of Stockton Lake are home to several species of fish including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish and sunfish, making it an ideal area for anglers.
Several trails wind around the lake shore and through the landscape. The Stockton Lake Equestrian Trail continues approximately 15 miles between Hawker Point and Orleans Trail Campgrounds.
Facilities
Ruark Bluff West offers 74 campsites, showers, a dump station and a boat ramp. Many of the sites have electric hookups.A boat ramp and beach are conveniently located just outside the entrance to Ruark Bluff East and West parks.
Natural Features
The land surrounding the lake contains hundreds of acres of native prairie grasses, rolling hills and thick forests that turn crimson in autumn. An abundance of wildlife lives both in and around the water, including wild turkey, great blue heron, deer and bald eagles. Visitors can learn about the lake's bald eagles by attending an annual eagle-watching event during the winter.Nearby Attractions
Several full service marinas are located around the lake, offering groceries, gas, tackle and more.The facts
- 64 bookable sites
- 75 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 2 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 55 ft
- Up to 75 people per site
- Loops: RUARK WEST
Site types
- 37 Standard Electric
- 26 Standard Nonelectric
- 11 Management
- 1 Group Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
75 campsites at Ruark Bluff West
Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out 4:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 02 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 03 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 04 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 05 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 06 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 10 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 07 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 08 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 09 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 10 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 11 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 12 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 13 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 14 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 15 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 16 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 17 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 18 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 19 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 20 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 21 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 22 | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 23 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 24 | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 25 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 26 | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 27 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 28 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 29 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 30 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 31 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 32 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 33 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 34 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 35 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 36 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 37 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 38 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 39 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 40 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 41 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 42 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 43 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 44 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 45 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 46 | RUARK WEST | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 47 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 48 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 49 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 50 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 51 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 52 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 53 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 54 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 55 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 56 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 57 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 58 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 59 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 60 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 61 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 62 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 20 | 🐾 |
| 63 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 64 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 65 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 66 | RUARK WEST | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 20 | 🐾 |
| 66-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 711-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 713-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 715-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 725-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 736-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 741-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 762-A | RUARK WEST | Management | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| RUARK BLUFF GROUP CAMP | RUARK WEST | Group Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 75 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Greenfield, Missouri, take State Highway H. north for 6.4 miles and turn left on the park access road. Follow signs into the park area.
37.52583, -93.80944 · 37°31'33.0"N 93°48'34.0"W
Typical weather
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| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 2.0 | 2.1 | 3.3 | 5.0 | 6.1 | 5.0 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 3.3 | 2.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Ruark Bluff West
- Can you reserve a site at Ruark Bluff West?
- Yes, Ruark Bluff West is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Ruark Bluff West have?
- 75 sites in total, of which 64 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Ruark Bluff West?
- 55 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Ruark Bluff West?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Ruark Bluff West.
- Does Ruark Bluff West have hookups?
- Electric.
- Are campfires allowed at Ruark Bluff West?
- Campfires are allowed at Ruark Bluff West. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Ruark Bluff West
- Ruark Bluff East 0.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Hawker Point 5.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cedar Ridge (Mo) 7.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Masters (MO) 8.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Orleans Trail 9.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crabtree Cove 10.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Stockton Park (MO) 11 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lightfoot Landing 32.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wheatland Park 33.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lightfoot Park Day Use 32.1 mi · Activity pass
- Wheatland Park Day Use 34 mi · Activity pass
- Wilson's Creek Visitor Center & Museum 35.5 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 417-637-5279
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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